1. (a) Tankers transiting between the seaward limits of the tank vessel escort zones, as described in Section 851.22 (c), and anywhere inside the Federal Breakwater shall restrict their speed as follows:

   1. (1) eight (8) knots for vessels with displacements less than 60,000 metric tons;
   2. (2) six (6) knots for vessels with displacements of 60,000 metric tons and more.
2. (b) The maximum speed limits contained in Subsections (a)(1) and (a)(2) reflect favorable circumstances and conditions and shall be adjusted for safety based on weather and tidal conditions and the proximity of other vessel traffic.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 8670.17.2 and 8670.23.1, Government Code. Reference: Section 8670.17.2, Government Code.

History

1. New section filed 7-28-94; operative 8-29-94 (Register 94, No. 30).

2. Renumbering of former section 851.25 to section 851.26 and new section filed 8-19-98; operative 9-18-98 (Register 98, No. 34).

3. Amendment of section heading and section filed 7-16-2001; operative 8-15-2001 (Register 2001, No. 29).

4. Amendment filed 7-12-2012; operative 8-11-2012 (Register 2012, No. 28).